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New Shepherdstown Theater Company Aims to Enrich Local Culture

Town Run Theater Company Launches In Shepherdstown The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The Town Run Theater Company has been established in Shepherdstown, offering rich community theatrical experiences at the newly renovated Shepherdstown Opera House. Led by Artistic Director Joe Yates, who has deep local roots

Local Law Enforcement Logs Multiple Incidents on February 5

Daily Law Enforcement for Feb. 7 The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Staff On February 5, law enforcement in the area dealt with various incidents, including a hit-and-run on Augustine Avenue and multiple drug activities across towns like Charles Town and Ranson. The day also included cases of fraud,

Harpers Ferry Round Table to Host Civil War Discussion

Around the Region - January 31, 2025 The Journal | Friday, January 31, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table will convene on February 12, 2025, at Camp Hill United Methodist Church, featuring a talk by Stephen Bockmiller on U.S. Marines' role

Harpers Ferry's Historic John Brown Wax Museum Closes After 61 Years

Harpers Ferry's Historic John Brown Wax Museum Closes After 61 Years

No. 7: John Brown Wax Museum closes after 61 years in Harpers Ferry The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Eric Jones The John Brown Wax Museum, a notable fixture in Harpers Ferry for over six decades, closed its doors on July 1 after 61 years of operation. Owned by

Historic Events in Charles Town and Beyond: A Weekly Review

Historic Events in Charles Town and Beyond: A Weekly Review

This week in West Virginia history Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Staff The Bluefield Daily Telegraph recounts significant events in West Virginia history, highlighting key moments such as the execution of abolitionist John Brown in Charles Town, the opening of the Charles Town Race Track, and the

Local Police Responses Highlight Safety Concerns During Holidays

Police Logs for December 26, 2024 The Journal | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Journal's recent police logs detail a series of incidents reported in the region on December 23 and 24, 2024. Notable occurrences included multiple motor vehicle accidents on major routes such as Berryville Pike

Historic Swearing-In of Judges for Charles Town's New Circuit

Historic Swearing-In of Judges for Charles Town's New Circuit

Jefferson judges sworn for newly formed 28th Judicial Circuit The Journal | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 By Toni Milbourne The Journal reports that Jefferson County is set to become the 28th Judicial Circuit, following re-districting by the West Virginia Legislature. Starting January 1, 2025, Judges David Hammer and Bridget Cohee will